Orange Vanilla Protein Overnight Oats are an easy make-ahead, dairy-free breakfast recipe. This delicious breakfast is made using fresh oranges, honey, and the addition of collagen peptides, so it offers your body a boost of morning energy! Easy to meal prep for breakfast to go!
Creamsicle Overnight Oats
These orange overnight oats heaven in a bowl—lightly sweetened, delicious and nutritious, protein packed, easy to digest, and they taste like dessert. If you’ve ever had a creamsicle, then you will love these overnight protein oats.
I will gladly set aside 10 minutes to prep these the night before just so I can wake up to this bowl of goodness.
benefits of soaking grains overnight
Soaking the oats in milk or water for 3+ hours helps to break down the starches and reduces the natural phytic acid, which helps your body absorb more of the nutrients in this dish! Also, this process makes them easier to digest than regular cooked oats.
So you see, meal prepping the night before really does have its health perks!
Ingredients You’ll need
Below is an overview of the ingredients and recipe. Please be sure to scroll down to the recipe card below for the complete details and nutrition information.
- Collagen peptides – We’re using vanilla collagen peptides from Further foods to boost the protein intake and provide essential amino acids; a nutrient/protein we all need daily! Further Foods collagen peptides also contain adaptogens (non-toxic plants/herbs), which help the body resist stressors of all kinds.
- Gluten-free rolled oats
- Non-Dairy Milk
- Greek Yogurt – dairy-free yogurt or chilled coconut cream for dairy-free folks
- Honey
- Fresh Orange Juice
- Vanilla
Collagen peptides and health benefits!
We used Vanilla Collagen Peptides Plus Beauty Mushroom in our oats. This blend is made from natural, simple ingredients:
- Grass-fed collagen peptides
- Natural vanilla powder
- Tremella mushrooms
- Monk fruit
- No gums, additives, etc.
Use the vanilla peptides to make the perfect vanilla shake or smoothie, add to a cup of coffee, tea or perfect to add to baked goods!
And if you’re a chocolate lover, they have chocolate peptides too!
How to Make Orange Overnight Oats
- Combine gluten free rolled oats, non dairy milk, Greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt, and extra protein of choice. In this case, we used Further Foods Vanilla collagen protein (peptides).
- Then, add your flavoring of choice! We opted for fresh orange juice (vitamin C), raw honey (minerals and antimicrobials), chia seed or flax (healthy fats and fiber), and vanilla.
- Toss those ingredients together then let the oats sit overnight to absorb the liquid. You can prep these in meal prep jars (like below), or store in a large bowl/glass container to divide up later. Either works!
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Gluten-Free Oatmeal Recipes
Orange Vanilla Protein Overnight Oats
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
Description
Orange Vanilla Protein Overnight Oats is an easy make-ahead, dairy free breakfast recipe. This delicious breakfast is made using fresh oranges and the addition of collagen peptides, so it offers your body a boost of morning energy!
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cup gluten free rolled oats
- 8 ounces non dairy yogurt OR substitute with regular vanilla Greek yogurt
- 4 ounces almond milk
- 2–3 ounces fresh orange juice (adjust to taste)
- 2 Tablespoons raw honey (or maple syrup)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 scoops vanilla collagen protein powder * (40-60 grams)
- Orange slices
- Optional for serving: fresh mint or thyme, cinnamon, honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Place oats in large bowl.
- In separate bowl, mix together yogurt, milk, orange juice, honey, vanilla, and collagen.
- Pour over oats, stir and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 3 hours. The oats will absorb the liquid during this time.
- Once the oats have thickened, remove bowl from fridge and portion out the protein overnight oats into 2 or 3 small bowls. Garnish with orange slices and mint, if desired. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or extra honey or maple syrup, if desired.
- Serves 3 to 4.
Notes
* I used Further Food Vanilla Collagen Protein for this recipe.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: mix
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving with collagen
- Calories: 357
- Sugar: 16.1 g
- Sodium: 77.2 mg
- Fat: 0.7 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 57.6 g
- Fiber: 6.1 g
- Protein: 22.2 g
- Cholesterol: 3.4 mg
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Did you know lion’s mane mushrooms are an organic and natural way to add nutrition to your diet? They’re an excellent source of protein and fiber, and they’re also a good source of vitamins and minerals. I’ve been adding them to my overnight oats for the past few weeks, and I’ve noticed a big difference in my energy levels and overall health. If you’re looking for a nutritious and delicious way to start your day, try my other lion’s mane mushroom recipes. You won’t be disappointed! https://www.naturesrise.com/blogs/brainfood/lions-mane-mushroom-recipes
I’ve never tried the vanilla and orange flavor combination but oh wow- it’s good! This is such a great breakfast and I love the addition of collagen!
I’ve been on an oatmeal kick lately so was super excited to find this recipe!
Great, Ashley! Enjoy!
I love overnight oats! This recipe is so tasty and I love how healthy it is and how easy it is to put together. The orange adds so much delicious flavor!
Yaayy! All the same reasons I love this recipe too! Thanks, Laura! Glad you love it!
love this recipe! orange & vanilla is the perfect pairing
Thanks, Lisa! Yes, love those flavors together! So yum!
I love overnight oats and especially these flavors! I can’t wait to tr this collagen too!
I think you’re going to love it Lauren!